The Loons of Balsam Lake
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The Loons of Balsam Lake

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MEGHAN

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on: August 25, 2010, 12:23:24 AM
Very Special Thanks to Mike (mkybear) for taking me to Balsam Lake today.
I had never even seen a Loon before today.
They are absolutely beautiful, and to be able to get so close to them is an experience I will never forget.

Meghan








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Reply #1 on: August 25, 2010, 09:07:36 AM
nice series meghan.
congrats on a first for you.
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Reply #2 on: August 25, 2010, 12:36:28 PM
Great shots!
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Reply #3 on: August 26, 2010, 10:13:48 AM
& the loons would have been in our boat.....
Hope we can do it earlier next year so that we can get the babies riding on the mothers back.
great shots you got!!!

cheers & keep shooting
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Reply #4 on: August 26, 2010, 04:21:04 PM
Great shots once again Meghan.

Cheers

Tim
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Reply #5 on: August 26, 2010, 08:32:27 PM
FAbulous shots! very beautiful
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Reply #6 on: August 27, 2010, 10:11:08 AM
Great series, looks like you had an awesome time with the loons, especially for your first encounter.
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Reply #7 on: August 28, 2010, 10:59:50 AM
I didn't realize you hadn't seen a loon before.  I'm so glad you got the chance.  And some great pics too.
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MEGHAN

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Reply #8 on: August 29, 2010, 09:09:55 AM
Thanks everyone,

For my fist experience seeing them it was awesome.
They were so close and gave great views and photo opportunities.
One of my new favorite birds.
Meghan
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Reply #9 on: August 31, 2010, 11:33:57 PM
Really nice work just beautiful...
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Reply #10 on: September 01, 2010, 04:17:44 PM
Thank you very much Colin.
Much appreciated compliment.
Meghan
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Reply #11 on: September 01, 2010, 06:00:14 PM
I love the last photo, the clear adoration of the young one is priceless! Good stuff Megs  :D
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Reply #12 on: September 02, 2010, 08:35:01 PM
Quote from: "Misty01"
I love the last photo, the clear adoration of the young one is priceless! Good stuff Megs  :D


Thanks Crystal,
That shot is one of my favorites as well.
Meg
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Roger Tory Peterson


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